Community Calendar: May 2018

Art: Artwork for BedroomsArtwork for Bedrooms tells the story of eight artists who lived in San Francisco from 2000 to 2008, a period that, until now, has been framed by the Mission School, artists known for sprawling assemblages inspired by graffiti culture. Artwork for Bedrooms draws a parallel narrative from the same moment of young artists who were similarly invested in “poor” materials, but who put them to work in more abstract, fragile, or conceptual ways. Artwork for Bedrooms is curated by the California College of the Art’s Graduate Program in Curatorial Practice Class of 2018: Maddie Klett, Zhaoyu Lin, MK Meador, Cristiane Ulson Quercia, Rosa Tyhurst, and Qinyue Xu. Free. CCA Wattis Institute, 360 Kansas Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/2qG06kx or 415.355.9670.

Youth: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House Summer Youth ProgramRegistration for “Summer in the City” is currently open. Starting June 18th for children ages 6 to 13. For more information: Al Johnson 415.826.8080

May 3 – Dance: Introduction to Argentine TangoChristy will introduce you to the world of Argentine Tango, including the dance, music, and culture. Learn a few basic Tango steps, enjoy Argentine wine, and meet like-minded people. Christy’s Tango Loft, 701 Minnesota Street. 6 to 7:15 p.m. Free. Part of Bay Area Dance Week. For more information and to register (required): https://bit.ly/2Hx74lG

May 5 – Cinco de Mayo: FestivalEnjoy Cinco de Mayo in the Mission with an annual all-day family-friendly celebration and block party with live music, cultural performances, and more. Two stages, kids zone, food and exhibitor booths, beer garden, fun for all ages. Free. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Valencia Street, between 21st and 24th streets. For more information: https://bit.ly/2417h6j

May 9 – Music: Daniel BerkmanPotrero Hill resident Daniel Berkman is a composer, multi-instrumentalist and innovator of the kora, a 21-stringed harp/lute from West Africa. 7:30 to 9 p.m. Farley’s, 1315 18th Street.

5/10 to 5/13 Art: CCA Commencement ExhibitionCalifornia College of the Art’s annual Commencement Exhibition is an expansive and interdisciplinary showcase of work by graduating students in Fine Arts, Architecture, Design, and Humanities & Sciences. In addition, an array of events will take place off-campus with creative partners located South-of-Market, Dogpatch, and Potrero Hill, including Minnesota Street Project, Heron Arts, Astro Studios, PCH Lime Lab. Opening reception: 5/10, 6 to 10 p.m. On view: May 11 to 13. For more information: https://bit.ly/2EUIQwk

May 12 – Family: Second Saturdays at the SchoolyardOrganized by PREFund.org, this is a series of free events for Potrero families. Meet local parents while your kids have the run of Daniel Webster Elementary School’s schoolyard. Enjoy free Farley’s coffee, Noah’s bagels, entertainment. 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Free. 465 Missouri Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/2vWt98E

May 15 – Community: The Potrero Hill Neighborhood House Board MeetingWe welcome the community and would appreciate hearing any feedback you may have! Feel free to arrive with questions and comments. 5:30 to 7:30p.m. Potrero neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street. For more information: Edward Hatter 415.826.8080

5/21 through 6/17 Theater: ScapegoatPlayGround’s Festival of New Works 2018 festival continues with the premiere of the full-length play, Scapegoat, by William Bivins. In it, one man tests art’s ability to create change in the face of another police shooting of an unarmed Black man. Directed by Norman Gee. Tickets: $6 to $41 Potrero Stage, 1695 18th Street. For more information and to purchase tickets: https://bit.ly/2H6yfQD

May 31 – Family: Celebration for Moms, Dads, and GradsThe Potrero Hill Neighborhood House celebrates Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and all graduates in
the community with our Mom’s, Dad’s, and Grad’s event 5:30 p.m. Free. For more information: Sharon Johnson 415.826.8080